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Overview of Alameda Park Rules and Regulations
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To: Honorable Chair and Members of the Recreation and Park Commission
From: Amy Wooldridge, Recreation and Parks Director
Re: Overview of Alameda Park Rules and Regulations
BACKGROUND
At the September 7, 2017 Recreation and Parks Commission meeting, the Commission requested an overview of all City of Alameda Park Rules and Regulations.
DISCUSSION
The following outlines all park rules and regulations that are enforceable per the Alameda Municipal Code. These rules are posted at all city parks in multiple locations and are summarized below.
23-1.3 Riding of Bicycles and Skateboards in Parks, Etc.
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or ride a bicycle, skateboard, or skates within any public park, playground school property or parking lot, except that a person may ride to and from bicycle racks or lockers. Skateboards, roller skates and in-line skates are authorized at the Skate Park but persons shall be wearing a helmet, elbow pads and knee pads.
23-1.4 Motor Vehicles Prohibited in or Upon Public Parks and Beaches
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or park any motor vehicle in any public park or beach within the City. This does not apply to emergency vehicles or under authorization for maintenance and other necessary governmental functions.
23-1.5 Hours of Public Use of Parks.
Under this ordinance, the Recreation and Parks Commission shall, by resolution, establish the times during which each park is open to the public. Most park hours are generally dawn to dusk. Parks that have lighted athletic facilities are open until 10:00 p.m. when the athletic facility lights are turned off automatically.
23-1.6 Hours of Public Use of the Fishing Platform East of the Miller-Sweeney Bridge
It shall be unlawful for any person to be present on the pier, deck or platform and entryway east of the Miller-Sweeney Bridge between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
23-1.7 Alcohol in Parks
No person shall possess or consume any alcoholic beverage in the outdoor areas of any City park, except as authorized by permit from the City.
23-2.2 Dogs on Public Grounds
Dogs must be leashed (no longer than 6 feet) and under control and supervision or be confined in a vehicle.
24-11.3 Prohibition of Smoking in Unenclosed Public Places
Smoking shall be prohibited in the following unenclosed public places within the City:
• Dining areas
• Recreation areas [means any outdoor area that is open to the general public for recreational purposes, regardless of any fee or age requirement. The term "recreational area" includes but is not limited to playing fields, playgrounds, parks, picnic areas, golf courses, walking paths, gardens, hiking trails, bike paths, swimming pools, and skateboard parks, sports arenas, amusement parks, and beaches.]
• Public events [means occurrences where people are seated or congregate in close proximity including, but not limited to, parades, fairs, farmers' markets, concerts, and ceremonies.]
• Service lines
• Commercial-area sidewalks
• Shopping Malls
RECOMMENDATION
Review Alameda Park Rules and Regulations
Respectfully submitted,
Amy Wooldridge, Recreation and Parks Director